The Placenta

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What is the function of the placenta?

Provides nutrients and oxygen to the fetus (correct)
Filters waste from the mother's blood to protect the fetus
Produces hormones to support pregnancy
Aids in the exchange of gases between mother and fetus

What is the primary role of the placenta?

Acts as a protective barrier for the fetus
Facilitates nutrient and gas exchange between mother and fetus (correct)
Stores nutrients for the fetus
Regulates the mother's hormone levels during pregnancy

What does the placenta do during pregnancy?

Transfers nutrients and oxygen from the mother to the fetus (correct)
Acts as a physical barrier between the mother and fetus
Removes waste products from the fetus's blood
Produces hormones to support the pregnancy

What is heredity?

The passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a gene?

A unit of heredity that is transferred from parent to offspring and is held to determine some characteristic of the offspring (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the role of DNA in heredity?

DNA contains the instructions for building and maintaining an organism, and it is passed from parents to offspring, influencing their traits (B) Signup and view all the answers